Data Associate, Sampling

Hart Research Associates • Washington, WA

23h • Hybrid

About The Position

As a key functional member of the Data Department, the Data Associate will use unique project requirements to prepare samples for multiple modes of survey research. Duties include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Experience working with voter file data
• 4-year degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• Experience or coursework in statistics and/or survey methodology
• Proficient with SQL, Python, or R, particularly the data science stack (numpy, pandas, etc.)
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel
• Strong quantitative, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Extreme attention to detail
• Highly organized, with excellent time management skills
• Creative search engine usage skills
• Solution-oriented mindset
• Ability to produce quality work under tight deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills

Nice To Haves

• Previous work experience with a polling or research firm or campaign experience, data team preferred
• Experience working with large datasets
• Familiarity with version control, ideally git and github
• Experience working with any or all: R, BigQuery, ListBuilder, Q, PDI (this is an addition), VAN, GIS

Responsibilities

• Perform data management, processing and cleaning tasks.
• Provide accurate demographic information to analysts to ensure that quotas and weights are representative.
• Create sample frames for polls that accurately reflect target populations.
• Work with analysts to develop sampling strategies for contacting harder-to-reach populations.
• Manage multiple fast-moving projects at once in close collaboration with colleagues.
• Work with analysts and various sample vendors to design methodologies to achieve research goals.
• Work on specialized writing projects as requested.
• Provide support and assistance outside of the core job function.
• Accomplish all tasks appropriately assigned or requested.
• All positions at Hart Research Associates may be asked to provide support and assistance outside of their core job function, including some evening and weekend hours.

Benefits

• Hart Research offers competitive pay (including overtime and bonuses), plus generous benefits and the flexibility of a generous hybrid schedule.
• Overtime will be paid for more than 40 hours of week per week.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level